PR Media Relations and Crisis Management Support Services
- Buyer
- Raven Housing Trust Ltd
- Value
- £108,000
- Closes
- 5 January 2027
- Where
- Redhill, the South East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
Raven Housing Trust, a housing association, wants to appoint a PR and communications agency on a contract worth about £108,000. The agency would work alongside the Trust's in-house communications team to manage media relations, protect the Trust's reputation and handle sensitive or urgent issues. The contract starts on 31 March 2027 for two years, with an option to extend for a further two years.
What the buyer wants
• Strategic PR and reputation management, including proactive and reactive media relations, horizon scanning and thought leadership opportunities • Crisis communications support, including 24/7 cover, plus media training for senior leaders • Ongoing performance reporting and strategic advice, working as an extension of Raven's communications team with a strong understanding of the social housing sector
Requirements
What could rule a small business out: The notice requires demonstrated understanding of the social housing sector and experience in PR, media relations and crisis communications, including 24/7 crisis support, so a small business without this track record would likely be ruled out.
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Questions about this tender? Email the buyer at Procurement.rht@ravenht.org.uk.
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